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Electric tankless water heaters

Electric tankless water heaters are not as popular as the gas powered ones. This is simply because if you are going for one you are doing so because you want to replace your existing storage water heater and are looking for a more efficient piece. Why then would you look at a heater that would probably give you a 15 to 20% reduction on your power bills when you can get something that can give you up to a 50% reduction.

Electric tankeless water heaters work in exactly the same way as a normal water heater with just one difference. They have a water flow monitor that monitors the water flow through the heater. When this flow is very low or nil this monitor will shut off the heating element saving electricity. When the flow is resumed the heating element is switched on once again and because they do not have a large storage tank but only a small one, the water gets hot in a matter of seconds.

There is of course a slight delay because the water in the pipe will not be hot. Once this runs through though you will get hot water from the word go. They give you a saving in electricity because when not in use their heating element is shut off saving power. However because they use power when they are on, they will not give you as much saving as using gas which is not as expensive as electricity.

This does not mean that electric tankeless water heaters are totally useless. Far from it, in certain places only they can be used. A gas heater by virtue of the fact that they burn gas means that they should have an outlet for their exhaust gases. This means that they should either be installed outside or in your basement with a vent taking the gases outside. This means that if all you want is to heat the water for your shower, there is no need to get another one and install it in the basement with a separate piping.

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The money that you spend on the total installation will take you years to recoup from any savings in power bills. A simple small electric heater is the best one here. The water is already heated to a comfortable temperature and all you need is to heat it that 10 or 15 °F more so that you will get water hot enough to shower. These heaters will cost only around $250 to $350 which is much less than a gas powered one.

The same way if you are looking for something to heat the water in your sink to make it warm enough to drink installing a small one right underneath is more than enough. These ones cost even less at around $150. Some of them even come out with a de-ionizing facility that kills bacteria in the water. Although these models will be more expensive, you at least have this option in electric heaters. Gas powered ones do not have this option.

When Electric Is Not A Good Choice

The only time that an electric powered one is not good is if you want one to heat water for your entire household. In such a case you will anyway have a large storage heater in your basement, so why not go for a gas powered one that will work just as effectively but give you more savings on power. It is also not as polluting, and what with global warming and everything, all of us need to do out bit to help save the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.

Is Consumer Debt driving you into Bankruptcy

For individuals whose debts are primarily “consumer debts,” as opposed to business entities or persons whose debts are primarily related to business dealings, there are essentially two types of bankruptcy filings. They are commonly referred to as Chapter 7 and Chapter 13. I’ll first provide a very brief overview of each and then discuss how one determines which is available or preferable. Please keep in mind that a fully comprehensive explanation of the intricacies of each type of filing will take much time and many pages, and because each person’s circumstances are unique, there simply is no way to deal with all considerations that may be necessary to reach the best result for each person. This is why you need to consult with an experienced and knowledgeable attorney if you believe that filing for relief under the U.S. Bankruptcy Code is right for your particular set of circumstances.

Chapter 7 is a “liquidation” type of case. When one files for relief under Chapter 7 (relief from your creditors and debts), a trustee is appointed to determine whether the debtor (the person filing) has any unencumbered assets that may be liquidated (a fancy word turned into cash). Most often, there are no unencumbered assets, but if there are, those assets are subject to being sold so that there is money to distribute to creditors. This aspect of the case prompts many prospective clients to ask whether their home or car will be sold. Generally speaking the answer is no. This is true because most people have mortgage loans or vehicle financing liens that encumber the property to the value of the outstanding loan balance. A debtor is also allowed to exempt a certain amount of value of almost all types of property. For example, if you and your spouse jointly own a home in Illinois valued at $150,000 with a $120,000 balance on your mortgage loan, that leaves only $30,000 in equity, which is the maximum unencumbered value. However, each of you has a $15,000 exemption under Illinois law, meaning that the total equity of $30,000 can be claimed as exempt thereby leaving nothing for a Chapter 7 trustee to liquidate. In other words, as long as you are up to date on your mortgage payments, the house will remain yours.

Chapter 13 involves a plan for repaying a portion of your pre-bankruptcy debts. Prior to 2005, a Chapter 13 plan was formulated by subtracting a debtor’s monthly expenses from his monthly income after allowed deductions (taxes, etc.). The difference or “disposable income” was paid monthly to an appointed trustee for distribution to creditors under the terms of the plan as proposed by the debtor. In 2005, Congress changed many of the Bankruptcy laws, and since then a Chapter 13 plan payment is determined by resort to a rather complicated and even convoluted calculation which relies primarily on IRS standard allowances. I’m personally not a big fan of this system, but it remains the law and therefore applicable to most, but not all, Chapter 13 cases. A chapter 13 plan generally runs between three and five years, after which the debtor receives his discharge of the balance of most pre-filing debts.

The year 2005 plays a big role in much of this discussion as prior thereto, a person was free to choose between the two types of bankruptcy filings. For example, a person may be able to save a home from foreclosure through a Chapter 13 plan, but generally cannot do so through Chapter 7. There are other valid reasons to pick and choose, but that option is for the most part no longer on the table. The many changes in 2005 included the requirement that persons “qualify” to file under Chapter 7, and if unable to do so are required to file under Chapter 13. This prompted many, including experienced attorneys, to believe that would mark the effective end of consumer-based bankruptcy cases. That has not been the case in my experience, however.

The qualification process as it now exists resorts to a rather complex set of calculations, which again relies on the seemingly arbitrary IRS figures for various allowances based upon where a person lives and how many household members there are. The official form used to make the determination can be found by clicking here. The IRS allowance information necessary to complete the form can be found by clicking here. The first consideration is annual income. In Illinois, for a family of three, the median annual income allowance is currently $68,721. If you are under this threshold, you may file under Chapter 7, period. But if over that level of income, you must go through the rest of the calculations to determine whether you qualify. The IRS allowances themselves are not very generous, but for people who have mortgage loans and other types of secured debt payments, those are actually deductible from monthly income to get to the bottom line.

Since 2005, I have had only handful of clients that could not qualify under Chapter 7, although it has happened. For those who cannot qualify, the same calculations used to determine eligibility are used to determine Chapter 13 plan length and payments amount. As you can see, it’s just not as simple as it once was, which is why you simply must have the advice of a competent attorney when contemplating bankruptcy relief.

Some traffic offenses are more severe than others

Some traffic offenses are more severe than others, that’s why it is good to know when and why to challenge traffic tickets in Ontario. Some tickets, such as a burned out tail light or a cracked windshield, are best to just pay. In some instances if you can prove that the item has been fixed the ticket can be reversed. Other tickets like a careless driving ticket are another story.

Careless driving tickets cover a wide range of offenses. They can be people acting carelessly inside of the vehicle, distracting the driver from having full control of the vehicle. Wide turns can be dangerous to other vehicles as well as pedestrians walking along the road. There are many other offenses that can be deemed as careless driving, If you are issued a careless driving ticket it is important to understand what your rights are.

Before trying to fight your ticket in court make sure you contact an experienced traffic ticket agency. They will be able to look at the offense and determine if it is an offense worth fighting. You can also contact a paralegal and see what your options are.

In some cases the offense may cost more to fight than the actual ticket itself. If you are a person that has many violations already, the cost to fight it may be worth it. Or if you are a person who is driven by principle, the cost also may be worth it. If the offense is so obvious that it is not beatable in court, a good agency should let you know that up front.

That way you will need to pay the fine but at least you won’t get charged the fee to fight it. A good example of a charge not to fight is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. This is a very difficult ticket to be beat because of the severity of the offense and the danger that a drunk driver poses not only to himself but those around him.

Many agencies will offer a free consultation. This is the time to ask questions. If you are confused by the offense or don’t understand the law that you have violated, ask them. They will be able to explain everything to you. Once you have a good understanding of the charge against you, ask if it is worth it to fight the charge. If the company that you chose cannot answer your questions, it is time to look for another company for assistance.

If a person is convicted of careless driving the fine can be anywhere between $200.00 up to $1,000.00. The conviction can also carry a term of up to six months in jail. If you are convicted of a more serious charge you can be imprisoned and hit with the fine as well. In these cases a good traffic ticket agency should be consulted.
If you are unfortunate enough to be pulled over and ticketed for a careless driving offense in Ontario seek professional help immediately. Know your rights, fully understand the charges and determine right away if your case can be fought and one in a court of law. Contact a paralegal to get their opinion or help if you need it.

Insurance premiums through the roof? Do you have a history of traffic tickets in Texas. Consult a paralgeal who can help you avoid painful fines stemming from speeding tickets issued in Toronto.